Shashthi Tithi 2026
Shashthi tithi is the 6th lunar day in the Hindu calendar. It occurs twice a month, once in the Krishna Paksha and once in the Shukla Paksha. It is one of the auspicious tithis for spiritual alignment, making it one of the best days for devotion and fasting. Other than that, ruled by Goddess Shashthi, it can bring miracles into the lives of devotees, facing problems with conceiving a child. However, whoever wants to bring out the best on this day must first know the specific date and duration of this tithi. So, without any delay, go through this table.
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Date & Day |
Moon Phase |
Observance Time & Till Date |
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08 January 2026, Thursday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
6:34 AM to 09 January 2026, 7:05 AM |
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24 January 2026, Saturday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
1:46 AM to 25 January 2026, 12:40 AM |
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07 February 2026, Saturday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
1:19 AM to 08 February 2026, 2:54 AM |
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22 February 2026, Sunday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
11:10 AM to 23 February 2026, 9:09 AM |
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08 March 2026, Sunday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
9:11 PM to 09 March 2026, 11:27 PM |
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23 March 2026, Monday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi (Chhath Puja) |
6:38 PM to 24 March 2026, 4:08 PM |
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07 April 2026, Tuesday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
4:35 PM to 08 April 2026, 7:02 PM |
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22 April 2026, Wednesday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
1:20 AM to 22 April 2026, 10:50 PM |
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07 May 2026, Thursday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
10:14 AM to 08 May 2026, 12:22 PM |
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21 May 2026, Thursday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
8:27 AM to 22 May 2026, 6:25 AM |
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06 June 2026, Saturday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
1:20 AM to 07 June 2026, 2:41 AM |
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19 June 2026, Friday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
5:00 PM to 20 June 2026, 3:47 PM |
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05 July 2026, Sunday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
1:31 PM to 06 July 2026, 1:47 PM |
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19 July 2026, Sunday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
3:43 AM to 20 July 2026, 3:30 AM |
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03 August 2026, Monday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
10:54 PM to 04 August 2026, 10:03 PM |
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17 August 2026, Monday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
5:00 PM to 18 August 2026, 5:51 PM |
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02 September 2026, Wednesday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi (Randhan Chhath) |
6:13 AM to 03 September 2026, 4:26 AM |
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16 September 2026, Wednesday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
8:59 AM to 17 September 2026, 10:48 AM |
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01 October 2026, Thursday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
12:35 PM to 02 October 2026, 10:15 AM |
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16 October 2026, Friday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
3:25 AM to 17 October 2026, 5:54 AM |
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30 October 2026, Friday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
7:25 PM to 31 October 2026, 4:57 PM |
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14 November 2026, Saturday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi (Nahay Khay) |
11:24 PM to 16 November 2026, 2:01 AM |
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29 November 2026, Sunday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
3:57 AM to 30 November 2026, 1:47 AM |
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14 December 2026, Monday |
Shukla Paksha Shashthi |
7:16 PM to 15 December 2026, 9:19 PM |
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28 December 2026, Monday |
Krishna Paksha Shashthi |
2:58 PM to 29 December 2026, 1:25 PM |
Shasthi Tithi Festivals 2026
Yamuna Jayanti (March 24, 2026): Offer prayers to Goddess Yamuna at a river or water body. Perform puja with flowers, turmeric, and diyas, and pray for purity and renewal.
Hal Shashthi (September 2, 2026): Prepare a small clay pond and place tied branches of Jharberi, Palash, and Gular in it. Offer roasted grains (satanja) and turmeric, and chant the Hal Shashthi mantra for marital bliss and child well-being.
Chhath Puja (November 15, 2026): Stand at a river or clean water body at sunset and offer Arghya to the setting Sun. Prepare Thekua from wheat and jaggery as the sacred offering for Surya Dev and Chhathi Maiya.
Skanda Shashthi (November 15, 2026): Fast from sunrise and avoid onion, garlic, and non-vegetarian food. Worship Lord Kartikeya with flowers and incense, and chant the Skanda Shashthi Kavacham 108 times.
What Is the Significance of Shashthi Tithi?
Boosts Fertility: This tithi blesses devotees with childbirth, facing issues with conceiving.
Ensures Children's Happiness: Observing fasts on this tithi brings good luck and fortune to children.
Protects Spiritually: This tithi protects one spiritually by building strength and removing negative energies from the surroundings
Connects One with Nature: Festivals such as Chhath Puja connect one with the Sun. On the other hand, Aranya Shasthi and Hal Shashthi connect devotees with forests
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FAQs
Ques. Is Shashthi tithi good or bad?
Ans. Shashthi tithi is not entirely good or bad. It depends upon the occasion or event. For spiritual purposes, this day or tithi is auspicious. However, for starting a new venture or any traditional ceremony, this tithi is generally avoided.
Ques. What is Shukla Shashthi tithi meaning?
Ans. Shukla Shashthi is the sixth lunar day of the waxing phase of the moon. It is highly favourable for spiritual alignment.
Ques. When is Shashthi tithi in June 2026?
Ans. Shasthi tithi is on June 6, 2026, from 1:20 A.M to 2:41 A.M in the Krishna paksha. While for Shukla paksha it is on June 19, from 5:00 P.M to 3:47 P.M.
Ques. How are Shukla shasthi tithi born people?
Ans. Shukla tithi-born people are charming and artistic. They also have the strength and patience to deal with struggles.
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